Hi,
The pointing around one of my sash window frames was cracked into several pieces and moving around in the joint allowing ingress of mositure so I raked it all out in readiness to renew.
The pointing was very thin and was no longer attached on the brickwork side. It was only held in place at all by the bead of sealant to the window frame side. There was nothing at all behind the pointing - just a large void (see pic) which I was not expecting. A simple job has turned into something a bit more challenging hence my post. View pic of the cavity:
www.diynot.com/network/V/albums/13441/49923
I would really appreciate your recommendations on what to do about this cavity before I repoint the front and reseal around the frame, especially which material to use to pack the hole. I've given the brickwork and frame inside the void a good brushout and clean, ensuring that all loose material was removed. The woodwork is in good condition.
Thank you.
The pointing around one of my sash window frames was cracked into several pieces and moving around in the joint allowing ingress of mositure so I raked it all out in readiness to renew.
The pointing was very thin and was no longer attached on the brickwork side. It was only held in place at all by the bead of sealant to the window frame side. There was nothing at all behind the pointing - just a large void (see pic) which I was not expecting. A simple job has turned into something a bit more challenging hence my post. View pic of the cavity:
www.diynot.com/network/V/albums/13441/49923
I would really appreciate your recommendations on what to do about this cavity before I repoint the front and reseal around the frame, especially which material to use to pack the hole. I've given the brickwork and frame inside the void a good brushout and clean, ensuring that all loose material was removed. The woodwork is in good condition.
Thank you.